Feuilles Vertes (green Leaves) Dsh Perfumes

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2010s
Moderate
Sillage
Moderate
Longevity
Spring, Summer
Best Season
Casual
Best For

Fragrance Story

Feuilles Vertes (Green Leaves) by DSH Perfumes is a Chypre fragrance for women and men. The nose behind this fragrance is Dawn Spencer Hurwitz. Top notes are Lime, Lavender, Bergamot and Basil; middle notes are Jasmine, Geranium, Pepper and Pine; base notes are oak moss, Vetyver, Patchouli, Galbanum and Fern.

Composition Profile

aromatic 100%
earthy 85%
woody 70%
citrus 60%
mossy 50%
fresh spicy 40%
green 35%
conifer 30%

About the Perfumer

Dawn Spencer Hurwitz

Dawn Spencer Hurwitz

Dawn Spencer Hurwitz is the founder and perfumer of DSH Perfumes, with a catalog spanning over 30 years of work. Her creations include 1,000 Lilies, Acqua Di Venezia, and Amber, as well as the American Perfumer series like Colorado. Hurwitz is known for her classical approach, often drawing on historical and geographical inspirations.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Lime Lime
Lavender Lavender
Bergamot Bergamot
Basil Basil

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Jasmine Jasmine
Geranium Geranium
Pepper Pepper
Pine Pine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

oak moss oak moss
Vetyver Vetyver
Patchouli Patchouli
Galbanum Galbanum
Fern Fern

Character Profile

The Wanderer Archetype: Portrait of Feuilles Vertes (green Leaves) Dsh Perfumes

Essence

The Wanderer archetype is a seeker of liminal spaces, those thresholds between worlds where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Feuilles Vertes (Green Leaves) captures this essence with its sharp, citrus opening of lime and bergamot, a bright call to the open road. The heart of jasmine and pine is a meeting of the cultivated and the wild, while the mossy, earthy base speaks of ancient forests and forgotten paths. This is a fragrance for those who find home in the journey itself.

Style & Aesthetic

Their style is a map of their travels, a mix of practical gear and found treasures. A weathered canvas backpack, a scarf from a mountain market, boots that have walked many miles. Their aesthetic is one of beautiful imperfection, where wear and tear are badges of honor. They are drawn to natural fibers and muted earth tones, with occasional flashes of color from a hand-dyed scarf or a piece of local pottery.

Philosophy & Values

They believe that the path is made by walking, and that true wisdom is found in the spaces between destinations. Their values are rooted in freedom, curiosity, and a deep respect for the natural world. They see every encounter as a potential teacher, every landscape as a scripture. Their philosophy is one of gentle non-attachment: they hold things lightly, knowing that the only constant is change, and the only home is the one they carry within.

Relationships

Their relationships are like rivers, flowing in and out of their life with a natural rhythm. They form deep, intense connections quickly, but they also honor the need for solitude and movement. They are loyal to those who understand their need for space, and their friendships are often forged in shared adventures. In love, they seek a partner who is also a fellow traveler, someone who can appreciate the beauty of a temporary camp as much as a permanent home.

Lifestyle

Their life is a series of pilgrimages, both literal and metaphorical. They might spend a season living in a remote cabin, then a month in a bustling city. Their daily rituals are simple and portable: a morning stretch, a cup of tea brewed over a camp stove, a journal entry written by lantern light. They are minimalists by necessity, but their few possessions are chosen with great care. They find joy in the small, fleeting moments: the scent of rain on dry earth, the warmth of a shared fire.

Shadow

The shadow of the Wanderer is a rootlessness that can become a form of avoidance. The constant movement can be a way of running from commitment, intimacy, or the hard work of staying still. They may romanticize the road while neglecting the people and places they leave behind. The fragrance's sharp green notes can become acrid if over-applied, a reminder that even the most beautiful journey can become a form of exile if it is never balanced by return.

Conclusion

Feuilles Vertes (Green Leaves) is the scent of a soul that belongs to the world, not to any single place. It is for those who find their center in motion, who understand that the greatest adventure is the one that unfolds within. To wear it is to embrace the role of the Wanderer, to honor the beauty of the in-between, and to trust that every path leads home, even if that home is always just over the next hill.